The 2015 Legislative Learning Series continues CHI’s tradition of providing useful and evidence-based information for state legislators.These popular educational events have helped lawmakers over the years develop a deeper understanding of issues surrounding health care policy. read more

With Republicans taking over the state Senate, neither party can claim exclusive control over the agenda of the 2015 legislative session. This report looks at some of the health policy bills and broader debates we expect to see this year. read more

Colorado reached a historic milestone in 2014 when it began offering dental insurance to each of the state's 1.1 million Medicaid clients. This decision places Colorado among the nation's leaders when it comes to oral health coverage for those with the lowest incomes. read more

It’s not magic, it’s MAGI. The federal government’s new modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) standard might seem like it was conjured out of thin air, but after reading our primer, you’ll be a certified MAGI magician. read more

Colorado’s health care safety net, the network of clinics and providers that care for the most vulnerable residents, is growing and changing. To better understand the changes in Colorado’s health care safety net, it is necessary to understand its structure. read more

The Colorado Health Institute and its Safety Net Advisory Committee (SNAC) are engaged in a learning laboratory called SNAC Labs. The work is focused on Medicaid's Accountable Care Collaborative pilot program in Colorado and its potential as a transformative model of health care,… read more

County Profiles

The Colorado Health Institute's Data Repository offers two options for county-level health data. A quick health profile - available by rolling over the individual county – gives a glimpse of population, household income, health insurance status and Medicaid and CHP+ enrollment. To delve deeper, click on the county to download spreadsheets with detailed demographic, health coverage and workforce data.

The Colorado Health Institute and the Colorado Coalition for the Medically Underserved (CCMU) will conduct a webinar this Thursday to discuss the Colorado Access to Care Index – a new tool to measure access to care.